Terminator 2 (1991) 35mm film trailer, flat open matte 4K *CROPPED

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This 35mm film trailer has been delivered by a contributor and transferred to digital using the Gugusse Roller with the Raspberry Pi HQ Camera.

Thanks to King-Wei for bringing me this roll!

**Synopsis and review by ChatGPT**

In *Terminator 2: Judgment Day*, directed by James Cameron, the story picks up years after the events of the first film. Sarah Connor (Linda Hamilton) has been institutionalized, while her son, John Connor (Edward Furlong), is living with foster parents, unaware that he is destined to lead humanity in a future war against the machines. Two terminators are sent back in time: one to protect John (Arnold Schwarzenegger’s iconic T-800, now reprogrammed as a guardian), and the other, the liquid-metal T-1000 (Robert Patrick), to kill him. As the T-800 and John forge a father-son bond, they work with Sarah to prevent the rise of Skynet, the artificial intelligence that will lead to the annihilation of the human race.

*Terminator 2* is a landmark in action cinema, praised for its groundbreaking visual effects, particularly the pioneering use of CGI to bring the T-1000 to life. Schwarzenegger delivers a career-defining performance, shifting from villain to hero, while Linda Hamilton's transformation into the battle-hardened Sarah Connor is equally iconic. The film combines intense action sequences with a deeper emotional narrative, exploring themes of fate, humanity, and sacrifice. The balance of emotional depth and pulse-pounding set pieces, such as the motorcycle chase and the final showdown in a steel factory, make this one of the greatest sci-fi films ever made.

*Technical Details*: Filmed on a budget of around $102 million, *Terminator 2* was one of the most expensive films of its time but grossed over $520 million worldwide. The movie was shot using Arriflex 35 III and Panavision Panaflex Gold cameras. Locations included Los Angeles, and various sequences took place at locations like the Mojave Desert. Its revolutionary visual effects were produced by Industrial Light & Magic, earning it several Academy Awards, including Best Visual Effects and Best Sound.

[Eva-jyqupur]

Wow a proper 4K scan with film grain intact with no digital tools applied. Take notes Cameron!

[casualcadaver]

I wish I could buy a 4K copy that looks just like this. I love how raw and grity it looks.

[leejtam]

Its always cool to see that Reese scene

[sacredcoww]

The music is a nice mix of T1 and T2. Also, the Reese tease was cruel! Had to wait years to see it.

[sanmlondan_th]

Wow! First time to seen open matte 1.85:1

[EthanAnania]

The best Terminator movie EVER, as most fans say!

[francocorradi]

A cyborg, identical to the one who failed to kill Sarah Connor 10 years ealier, travels back through time to protect her son, John Connor, from a more advanced and unstoppable terminator; as the same time, The Connors must risk their lives to prevent Judgement Day.